BMW R1150RT Review

BMW R1150RT Overview

The impressive BMW R1150RT is all that should encompass a touring motorbike; superb comfort, room for luggage and plenty of power, but what makes it stand out for its competition? The lightweight handling. The dry weight of the bike clocks in at only 255kg, considerably lighter than most tourers.

The R1150RT only spent five years in production but it made its mark with the 1130cc engine with 95bhp and a top speed of 130mph, perfect for any tourer. No need to worry about costs either, the RT1150RT produces a healthy 45mpg.

Guaranteed armchair comfort, no matter how many miles your ride, and there’s also an option to lower the seat for those shorter riders out there. Don’t forget it comes equipped with an intergrated luggage rack and two system case, so it’s time to start planning your next adventure.

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Owner Reviews

It is comfortable and built for long distance touring. Best bike I have ever head, feels like quality ride when on board.

Cons Comments

I am short but still feel as if my legs are too bent causing some discomfort after very long miles.

Submitted by:

Rangioran

Review Date: October 2017

Comfort

As standard with the BMW ‘comfort’ saddle the bike is a little high, even on the lowest of the three settings, however, with the Sargent seat it improves things no end. Whilst never ridden pillion I would imagine it would be very comfortable as the top box has a padded back support area and the seat is wide and deep.

Ride Quality

As standard the ride quality is outstanding with excellent weather protection and smooth power delivery just oozing torque all over the place. The standard luggage make this amongst the very best touring bikes ever made.

Build Quality & Reliability

Naturally no bike is perfect and BMW are like other manufacturers when it comes to (extremely rare) occasional breakdowns, however, for a bike that’s nigh on fifteen years old spares are readily available, reasonably priced and there are still companies out there developing new solutions for it.

Engine Rating

The Boxer twin is legendary and delivers its power in a no nonsense manner that never fails to put a smile on my face. A fast sports bike it most certainly isn’t, although it will hold its own with any ‘superbike’ Within leagal limits, but a reliable piece of honest engineering that will get you from A to B speedily and in comfort it most certainly is.

Brake Rating

The ABS equipped electric servo linkedbraking system has managed to earn itself a poor reputation amongst some, however, with proper regular maintenance these brakes are phenomenal. One finger braking is the norm and they are both immediate and utterly controllable – outstanding!

Running Cost

Ridden with a certain amount of spirit the bike returns approximately 45 mpg. Obviously this can drop if zest is in your make-up but equally, on a long run and cruising with the traffic significant improvem Can also be seen. Oil consumption is extremely modest.

Overall

Pros Comments

For a bike that’s approaching its second decade this machine really takes some beating. Like others I frequently visit meets and dealerships ogling the different machines available and without exception I end up thinking ‘nice, but it’s not advanced practical as my R1150RT’. A thoroughly great machine in all respects.

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